Phillies Notebook: Sandberg says Rollins is 'no distraction'

12:21 AM,
Mar. 20, 2014

Phillies shortstop Jimmy Rollins throws to first base during the sixth inning of Wednesday's game.

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Jimmy Rollins played seven innings during the Phillies' 11-6 loss against the Blue Jays, just as he normally would in a normal spring.

Rollins' spring, however, has not been normal. Both Rollins and Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. tried to defuse the growing drama Wednesday between Rollins and people in the Phillies' front office, whether that be Amaro, Phillies manager Ryne Sandberg or others.

"All of that is silliness and an unnecessary distraction," Amaro said. "Jimmy is our shortstop." ...